Reading Time Calculator
Estimate reading time from word and character counts at an adjustable speed.
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About this tool
Estimate reading time from Latin-script words and Japanese characters. Mixed-language text is counted without collapsing a meaningful passage to zero minutes.
Actual time varies with complexity, layout, and reader familiarity, so the result is an estimate.
Frequently asked questions
Does it support Japanese text?
Yes. Japanese characters are included in the estimate.
How is text under one minute shown?
Non-empty text is shown as about one minute.
Is my text saved?
No. It is neither stored nor sent anywhere.
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